LCDC

Center for Health Care Services • San Antonio, TX

45d • $25

About The Position

The Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) works within a multidisciplinary team to provide direct (face-to-face) and indirect services to consumers in a person-centered, trauma informed, and individualized approach utilizing evidence-based practices delivered to fidelity. The LCDC completes collaborative documentation with the client in accordance with State and agency program policies. Individuals served may have multi-system involvement such as Criminal Justice, Child and Adult Welfare, Veterans, Residential instability, etc.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or a related field from an accredited university or,
• High School diploma and 2 years of related experience or,
• High School diploma and a current Texas licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in good standing.
• One (1) year of experience working with consumers diagnosed with substance abuse, mental health, or dual diagnosis.
• Current Texas licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in good standing
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage, be able to travel as needed, and be able to meet on a consistent basis the driving record requirements of the Company's auto insurance carrier if you drive your vehicle during company business.
• Must maintain required credentials and mandatory training requirements to ensure compliance with all State regulations and CHCS policies.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements to complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and CPR training including lifting up to 12 lbs. and supporting up to 55 lbs.; bending, stooping and getting on and off the floor without assistance.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) is a proven safe and harm-free method of behavior modification. All consumer-facing employees of CHCS must take NCI courses facilitated by the CHCS Training team within the first 45 days of employment.
• NCI is intended to support human service professionals in giving aggressive, disruptive, or out-of-control people the best care and welfare possible, even in the most violent situation.
• NCI training provides staff with the skills to safely recognize and respond to everyday crisis situations that may involve more challenging behaviors. It focuses on prevention and offers proven strategies for safely defusing anxious, hostile or violent behavior at the earliest possible stage.
• Depending on assigned unit/program, applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following may result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in a behavioral science.
• Minimum of one (1) year of full-time work experience in the social services or substance abuse services.
• Professional experience working with consumers diagnosed with substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Language Proficiency Pay (LPP) payments are subject to successful testing, certification by CHCS Payroll, and availability of funding. Funding may be renewed in subsequent fiscal years but is not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Develops treatment plans, including measurable goals and objectives, and completes review for progress.
• Facilitates psycho-education classes, group therapy, support groups, and individual counseling.
• Inputs clinical documentation into Clinical Management for Behavioral Health Services (CMBHS) in a timely manner for all services rendered with or on behalf of clients.
• Links and refers consumers presenting to clinic to appropriate services.
• Performs biopsychosocial intakes and assessments, and explores diagnoses with course of treatment.
• Screens for substance abuse, including physical and mental health status.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees